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SUMMARY:Grant Research & Writing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nFrank Jones BA\, MA \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Grant Research & Writing Basics\nNovember 5 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nDeadline to register is October 19th!\nAs we face sporadic and regional inflationary and economic concerns throughout the nation\, public safety departments may be facing restricted operating budgets. It is imperative to seek alternative funding measures\, such as grants from the public and private sectors. The Federal Government\, in early June of 2026\, released more than $700 million dollars in the form of various grant opportunities throughout the United States.  It’s important for you and your department to have an edge on how to access and apply for those funds when these notices of funding opportunities are posted and announced. This course will teach the basics of getting started in the grant research\, writing\, and post award process. This course is intended for first time grant writers but will include the review of an actual fully funded grant for more than $600\,000.00 as a learning instrument. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nResearch for a wide array of grant opportunities (public and private).\nEstablish an account with the Federal agencies that govern grant funding.\nProperly write various types of grants.\nWhat to expect post grant acceptance/award.\nWhat to “watch and monitor” for public and private funding opportunities.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNotetaking materials\nLaptop or device that can access the Internet
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/grant-research-writing-11-5-26/
LOCATION:Hillsboro\, NH Police Department\, 22 Municipal Drive\, Hillsborough\, NH\, 03244\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T080000
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SUMMARY:Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:\nScot Mattox\, Esq \nSeth Allen \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab\nNovember 12 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nDeadline to register is October 26th!\nWith today’s cannabis products reaching much higher THC levels and appearing in various forms—such as edibles\, concentrates\, and traditional flower— officers face increasing challenges in detecting impairment. This two-phase training provides officers with both classroom instruction and hands-on experience to better recognize cannabis-related impairment in drivers. Attendees will learn about current cannabis trends\, legal considerations\, behavioral indicators\, and enhanced field sobriety test protocols specific to cannabis use. The course culminates in a controlled “Green Lab” where officers evaluate individuals under the influence\, reinforcing classroom learning through real-time observation. \n*Attendees will not be exposed to cannabis or any other substances during the training. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify various forms of modern cannabis and understand their effects on impairment.\nApply an enhanced SFST protocol tailored to detecting cannabis impairment.\nRecognize key behavioral indicators and physical signs associated with THC-related impairment.\nUnderstand best practices for documenting cannabis-impaired driving investigations and building a strong court case.\nConduct real-time impairment assessments during the hands-on Green Lab experience\, evaluating reliability and technique.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone – please note that duty weapons are prohibited for the duration of this course.
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/cannabis-impairment-detection-lab-11-12-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T080000
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CREATED:20260204T172732Z
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SUMMARY:De-Escalation in Public Safety
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nKyle Tilsley \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				De-Escalation in Public Safety\n  \nAM SESSION: November 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nPM SESSION: November 16 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nDeadline to register is November 2nd!\nLearn how to handle aggressive behavior\, negative attitudes\, excessive sarcasm\, hidden agendas\, and other sources of conflict safely and productively. Discover techniques to defuse “hot button” situations\, calm explosive personalities\, and exercise damage control without losing confidence and composure. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify physiological changes that occur when individuals become hostile or angry.\nLearn communication skills to de-escalate and defuse hostile encounters.\nLearn methods to re-direct the thought process for de-escalation.\nLearn the cognitive limitations when people become hostile or angry and how to address it.\nAlleviate volatile situations before they escalate into full-scale confrontations.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/de-escalation-in-public-safety-11-16-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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SUMMARY:First-Line Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nAdam Gormely \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				First-Line Supervisors\nNovember 24 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nDeadline to register is November 9th!\nThis progressive course explores the core principles of responsible supervision\, emphasizing accountability over authority in decision-making. Designed for current and aspiring frontline leaders—including sergeants\, corporals\, shift leaders\, and crew leaders—this class provides practical insights for those seeking to lead with integrity and long-term impact. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of how poor supervisory practices can compromise a department’s mission and create long-lasting inefficiencies. Through real-world examples and interactive instruction\, students will leave better equipped to lead their teams effectively and ethically. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the value and influence of empathy in leadership.\nDevelop the ability to effectively manage oneself before managing others.\nIdentify and apply practical\, uncommon-sense leadership tools.\nDistinguish the characteristics of effective versus ineffective supervisors.\nInterpret organizational cues (“what the system is telling you”) and leverage them in decision-making.\nDefine appropriate use of discipline—when\, why\, and how to apply it.\nRecognize the supervisor’s critical role in shaping team morale.\nUnderstand vicarious liability and the risks of failing to supervise properly.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 3.08 – Supervisor Training\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/first-line-supervisors-11-24-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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